Tyra Banks

Standing 5'10" with a slim build, Tyra Banks has defined high-fashion modeling for decades. Born in Inglewood, California, on December 4, 1973, she is an American of Black ethnicity with brown hair and hazel eyes. Her measurements of 30–24–36 and natural 30D bust have been part of her runway signature since she started at age 15. Tyra's career spans supermodel, actress, business woman, TV host, and YouTuber, making her one of the most recognizable faces in entertainment.

As a Victoria's Secret Angel from 1997 to 2005, Tyra became a household name, and her work with Sports Illustrated (including two swimsuit issue covers) broke ground as she was the first African-American woman on those covers. She also topped GQ's cover, further cementing her status. Throughout her career, she has been considered among the top-earning models globally, a fact that speaks to her enduring influence.

Beyond modeling, Tyra is best known for creating and hosting America's Next Top Model, a show that launched many modeling careers. She has also appeared in films and television, authored books, and even tried singing. On the show, she discussed results from an Ancestry.com DNA test, revealing she is 79% African, 14% British, 6% Native American, and 1% Finnish. As of 2026, she has amassed 7.2 million Instagram followers and over 22,000 YouTube subscribers. With a career that spans over three decades, Tyra Banks remains a trailblazer.